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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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